How to pronounce“asbestos”in English
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Definitions of “asbestos”
Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.
“All types of asbestos are potentially carcinogenic when inhaled.”
Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms
To coat or line with asbestos.
““Be sure you have plenty of kindling before you begin. They are rather non-inflammable and well asbestosed, so to speak.””
To expose to asbestos; to cause to suffer asbestosis.
“Lungs asbestosed / unable to breath^([sic]) / and so incapable / of producing for profit / sent away without delay / so a fresh lunged / could occupy / the vacant place.”